Daily Archives: September 25, 2015

Tuesdays, October 6 – 27, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, Saturday, October 17, 12:00 noon – 4:00 pm, and Saturday, October 24, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm – Framework Trees of New England

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Forests are a dominant feature of the New England landscape. Join instructor Karen Sebastian and the New England Wild Flower Society as we explore the history, changes in composition, and ecology of the New England forest from the Ice Age through European settlement. Learn to identify native New England trees, their habitats, and their communities. Explore the impact of natural and human disturbances on the forested landscape and learn to recognize stands of different ages. In addition to the four Tuesday sessions (October 6 – 27 from 6:30 – 8:30), two weekend field trips will be held off-site. $246 for NEWFS members, $290 for nonmembers. Register on line at http://www.newfs.org/learn/our-programs/framework-trees-of-new-england.

Saturdays, October 3 and November 7, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm – Propagating Trees and Shrubs from Cuttings and Seeds

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Need to nurture? Then join longtime Arboretum propagator Jack Alexander at the Dana Greenhouses at the Arnold Arboretum to learn basic information and techniques for propagating most woody plants. Session One on Saturday, October 3 from 9 – 4 includes a lecture and workshop on seed propagation and construction of a propagation case. Session Two on November 7 will be a lecture and workshop on hardwood cuttings. You will leave class with numerous cuttings and seeds to care for. To participate, you must sign an Assumption of Risk and Release in order to practice the techniques taught in class. Bring a lunch and beverage. If you own hand pruners, bring them to class. A sharp knife and an apron may also be helpful. You will be collecting propagules from the Arboretum grounds on both afternoons regardless of weather, so dress accordingly and wear comfortable shoes. Fee $180 Arboretum member, $230 nonmember. Register at my.arboretum.harvard.edu or call 617-384-5277.